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Explore the stunning entries of the Europe in My Region 2012 photo competition, showcasing 1083 photos from 27 countries. Witness the enthusiasm with 7345 votes cast and over 1 million visits to the application. Unveil the unique perspectives captured in each photo, despite challenges like verifying EU funding and irregularities in the public vote. Discover the impact of the competition, like the 46% increase in likes on the Commission FB page, and the valuable lessons learned along the way.
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"Europe in My Region" 2012 photo competitionTony Lockett, DG REGIO
Results at a glance • 1083 photos submitted from 27 countries • 7345 votes cast • Over 1 million visits to the application • 46% increase in likes of the Commission FB page
Lessons learned • Difficulty of verifying EU (regional) funding • "Irregularities" during public vote • Criticisms of Facebook as an "exclusive" platform • Limited information about stories behind photos